emotional

All of us have felt fear at some point of time. There have also been things like a sight, sound or smell that can trigger fear in us because of its association with a traumatic event in the past. So how can these ‘fear memories’ be weakened…

In the past couple of years the phenomenon of Sexting has led itself to much research. When it comes to social behaviour, sexting, which involves sending and/or receiving of suggestive messages and photographs, has taken the form of an…

As the winters arrive, many people get busy packing and booking tickets as it’s the time where all friends and family get together to celebrate the holiday season. You wait for the entire year to go back home to your near and dear ones, to…

Neuroeconomists in the University of Zurich have found that which some have been aware of for a long time and others find hard to believe: Those who are concerned about the well-being of their fellow human beings are happier than those who…

A study by psychology researchers at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Arts and Science has found that putting on a happy face during your teens and early adulthood would be a way to achieve success in later life. Happiness is…

One bright day in late autumn a family of Ants were bustling about in the warm sunshine, drying out the grain they had stored up during the summer, when a starving Grasshopper, his fiddle under his arm, came up and humbly begged for a bite…

Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) takes its toll on your emotional health, and also your relationship wellness. Trauma survivors often have trouble maintaining or establishing intimate and family relationships or close friendships, as…

Learning to share is a vital skill for children but it isn’t always easy. As human beings it’s natural to put our own needs first and so when a child is reluctant to share, they are only acting instinctively. Here are our tips for helping…

Panic disorders occur in many people and are categorised by recurring and regular panic attacks, usually for no real reason at all. Anxiety is common and can occur at any time in life, not just when we are exceptionally stressed, and it is…

Studies show happiness is the ultimate anti-depressant, warding off infection, enhancing memory, reducing pain and preventing heart disease. But, there is no magic pill for happiness. You need to create it yourself. The problem might be…

Our workdays are filled with meetings, calls, emails, and deadlines. In the evening, we spend our time trying to catch up with family and household chores. But psychological research suggests we’re doing it all wrong. Living like this…

Everyone can remember having at least one best friend in the course of their childhood, but the question of whether or not the nature of having a best friend is a fundamentally sound one has struck the minds of pupil's teachers across the…

Experts now believe that loneliness is twice as deadly as obesity and even more dangerous than smoking. As an emotion, it is as much a part of being alive as hunger, love or death, yet remains one of our greatest taboos. Even when…

Self-esteem and confidence plays a big role in emotional wellness, which is why it’s important to actively look at ways of bolstering both. One way of doing that is by breaking out of your comfort zone. Research has shown that the less…

Can the amount of sun you’re exposed to really affect your emotional wellness? Many people think so. Scandinavians who live in the north go to great lengths to get more sun in their lives during the dark winter months. In the town of Rjukan…

There’s no denying that childhood sexual and emotional abuse leave their scars on your wellbeing, but a new study has shown that it leaves a distinct pattern on your brain, which feeds into other areas of emotional health. The research,…

As anyone who’s played it knows, ‘Tetris’ is a compelling video game. And it’s not just good fun to play; it also has medical benefits. According to research presented at the British Psychology Society Annual Conference some time ago,…

Emotional wellness includes the awareness, understanding, and acceptance of our feelings. It is a key element in maintaining a healthy balance in our lives and our relationships. Here are a couple of habits for developing and maintaining…

One sure-fire route to better emotional wellness is to remove negativity from your life, but all of us experience negative thoughts swirling round in our heads from time to time. It’s natural human response to ruminate on bad experiences,…

Science has long recognised that colour affects our behaviour and the way we feel. Certain colours have been found to be preferred regardless of age, race, or culture but colour preference may be culturally based as well. Colours are rich…

Profanity is language, which, in some social settings, is considered inappropriate and unacceptable. It often refers to language that contains sexual references, blasphemy or other taboo terms and is usually related to the expression of…

When you are struggling with a difficult time in your relationship, your mental and emotional wellness and wellbeing can be seriously affected. It can be hard to ‘see the wood for the trees’, as they say, meaning that from within the…

Ever wondered why putting our feelings into words, whether talking with a therapist or friend or writing in a journal, helps us to feel better? Psychologists know why it makes our sadness, anger and pain less intense. A study, which…

Contrary to popular belief most selfie takers aren’t narcissists. People also take selfies to chronicle their lives, says a study called ‘The Selfie Study: Archetypes and Motivations in Modern Self-Photography’, recently published in…

Throughout our lives, we’ve all experienced different groups of people telling us what is right and wrong. From our parents through to teachers, university lecturers, employers and even our own partners - everyone has an input into how they…

It’s tough when you feel pulled in different directions, unable to spend time doing the things you want to. Being more balanced is a very personal thing because we are all different - to some people sitting on a beach is relaxing, to some…

Feeling anxious? Can’t sleep? Can’t concentrate? Tired and cranky? It happens to everyone from time to time. But the good news is, curbing your anxiety is easier than you think. In fact, it might be as simple as saying ‘Thank you’. A…

Did you know that you can perform an easy exercise that will shape your personality for the better, and make the world a better place - simply by thinking about it? Well, you can, and it all comes down to the way your brain is wired. Time…

Chinese medical culture has prioritised disease prevention since its earliest days. As the 2000-year-old ‘Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine’ says, waiting until a disease has arisen before intervening is like only starting to…

Life is wonderful. Being mindful of that ensures you get the most from every day, which, in turn, can boost your emotional wellness and make you feel happier. Here are a few ways you can do that. It’s the start of another great day Many…